INTERNAL & EXTERNAL COMPETITIONRef No: 2025/107 Staff Grade Medical ScientistBlood Transfusion Haematology Specified Purpose, Full Time The purpose of this post is to participate in a clinical laboratory service that supports the clinical needs of the patients in cooperation with the Consultant Haematologist., Laboratory Manger, Chief Medical Scientist, Senior Medical Scientist and Staff Grade Medical Scientists.
This post within the Blood Transfusion Haematology Department will report to the Senior and Chief Medical Scientist, Laboratory Manager and Consultant Chemical Pathologist.Main Purpose of Job: The Departments offers a large repertoire of tests including those that are accredited under ISO15189 and ISO22870 standards (see INAB 208MT for full scope of accreditation).
Outside of routine Haematology and Blood Transfusion, the laboratories provide Haemoglobinopathy screening for adults and neonates, Lupus anticoagulant testing, and FMH estimation using Flow Cytometry.
The laboratory is part of a multi-disciplinary team for the identification and management of antenatal patients with rare antibodies and those likely to cause HDN.
Interested and qualified staff are encouraged to participate in areas such as quality, training, and IT.
The successful candidate will also be able to join the 2 person 'on call' multidisciplinary service - an excellent opportunity to develop skills in multiple disciplines.
Full time and job sharers will also be considered for this exciting role.
The hospital campus is located in Dublin city center and is well served by all modes of public transport.
The Rotunda Hospital Dublin is the oldest continually operating maternity hospital in the world.
It is now a large tertiary referral unit, delivering 8500 to 9000 women per annum.
The Department of Laboratory Medicine in the Rotunda Hospital was established in 1902 and has been delivering a comprehensive Pathology service ever since.
It is accredited to the ISO15189 standard.
List of Duties & ResponsibilitiesGeneralMaintain throughout the hospital awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all hospital activities and in adherence with hospital policiesParticipate in implementing a clinical laboratory service that supports the clinical needs of our patientsParticipate in training staff as requiredParticipate in the implementation of operational processes to the standards of 'best practice', in order to optimise use of resourcesParticipate in the implementation of a 'quality management' programme which is patient centred and which measures and audits performance and client satisfactionActively participate in and promote continuing education and research activities consistent with the positionDemonstrate behaviour consistent with the values of the hospitalComply with relevant procedures, methods and quality standards/policies as per the Quality Manual SpecificPerform routine work to the highest professional standards, as determined by the relevant laboratory Management TeamBe responsible for the quality of their work and carry out their duties in accordance with laboratory and hospital policyObserve the strictest confidence when dealing with all aspects of patient or hospital informationParticipation is encouraged in out-of-hours laboratory emergency work according to hospital policy.In co-operation with the Consultant Head of Department, Chief Medical Scientist and other designated senior staff, participate in the introduction of new ideas and methods according to hospital policyBe flexible in this role and agreed to deputise for SMS and CMS where authorizedEnsuring that the laboratory operates within a quality management system that meets the requirements of ISO 15189 Medical laboratories -Requirements for quality and competence and ISO 22870 Point of care testing (POCT)- Requirements for quality and competenceParticipate as required in the registration and stock level of laboratory reagents and materialsReceive and record details of mishaps, complaints and defects in supplies and equipment, investigate the circumstances with appropriate team members and take the necessary action and report findings as required, and as determined by the Chief Medical Scientist Ensure the policy in relation to laboratory record keeping is followedCo-operate in evaluating new equipment and consumable itemsParticipate and assist in carrying out the Major Emergency Plan for isolated incidents and multiple trauma according to the Laboratory Management Team policyEnsure, in co-operation with the Consultant Head of Department, Chief Medical Scientist and designated senior staff, appropriate compliance with the International and National Guidelines and standards of provision of Laboratory Services and actively participate in internal and external quality control and quality assuranceParticipate in the provision of appropriate statistical and management informationParticipate in the management and running of the computer-integrated laboratory systemMake the most effective and efficient use of development in information technology for both patient care and administrative support in a manner, which integrates well with systems throughout the organisation.
Professional KnowledgeDemonstrate good theoretical and practical knowledge of Blood Transfusion and Haematology.Demonstrate evidence of relevant experience in a medical laboratory.Demonstrate understanding of the role of Haematology and Blood Transfusion in Neonatal, Obstetric and Gynaecological patient management.
Demonstrate knowledge of laboratory accreditation; participate in the development and authorship, and/or review and revision of SOP's.Demonstrate understanding of the major features of a laboratory information system.Demonstrate commitment to continuing professional developmentDemonstrate evidence of computer skills and a willingness to develop IT skills relevant to the role Planning & OrganisingDemonstrate evidence of effective planning and organising skillsDemonstrate the ability to manage self in a busy working environmentDemonstrate the ability to evaluate information, solve problems and make effective decisions.Demonstrate the ability to identify and resolve system failures and anomaliesDemonstrate ability to manage deadlines Commitment to Quality Service Demonstrate a strong commitment to the provision of a quality service Demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of best practice in delivering a Quality Laboratory Service Demonstrate awareness and appreciation of the service user and the patientDemonstrate flexibility and openness to change.Demonstrate understanding of the role of quality assurance, quality management and process improvement principles in laboratory operation and planning.
Professional QualificationsEach candidate must satisfy the requirements of the Medical Scientist.
Available from the Academy of Clinical Sciences and Laboratory Medicine be registered with CORU and maintain registration All informal enquiries in relation to this post can be made to ******.
Applications should be made via this platform and should include a current Curriculum Vitae and cover letter.
Closing Date: 27th August 2025